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Long-tailed Cormorant
Microcarbo africanus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
39.8 cm
Weight
557.5 g
Family
Phalacrocoracidae
Order
Suliformes
About
50–55 cm. Slim; brown-black with long tail; orange facial skin. Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar in freshwater habitats. Feeds on small fish and amphibians. Gregarious; roosts communally in large trees. One of Africa's commonest freshwater birds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 39.8 cm | 15.7 in |
| Weight | 557.5 g | 19.67 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 23-25 days. Fledging: 28-35 days.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes (Boobies & Cormorants) |
| Family | Phalacrocoracidae (Cormorants & Shags) |
| Genus | Microcarbo |
| Species | Microcarbo africanus |
Distribution
Long-tailed Cormorant has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Long-tailed Cormorant endangered?
The Long-tailed Cormorant has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Long-tailed Cormorant nest?
Incubation: 23-25 days. Fledging: 28-35 days.
How big is the Long-tailed Cormorant?
The Long-tailed Cormorant has a wingspan of 39.8 cm, weight of 557.5 g.
What order and family does the Long-tailed Cormorant belong to?
The Long-tailed Cormorant (Microcarbo africanus) belongs to the order Suliformes and the family Phalacrocoracidae.
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